JULY 2014

ALUMNI NEWSLETTER

IN THIS ISSUE

1 Welcome

Meet New Staff

2 International Corner

Alumni Survey

3 Luskin Forum

Alumni Thanks

4 Career Services

Get Involved

5 Career Tip

6 Events

7 Alumni Highlights

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THE INSIDE SCOOP: CAREER SERVICES AND ALUMNI RELATIONS

What do you like best about your job?

MA: Every time students or alumni come to me with news that they have landed a job! That’s what motivates me and why my work is so fulfi lling.YY: It’s hard to pick just one! I love that I’m back on campus. I have so many great memories as a student and I love being involved as an alumna. It doesn’t get better than connecting with our alumni to learn about the amazing work they’re doing in communities all over the world and gushing about it. It’s pretty awesome, I know!

As a child, what did you want to be when you grew up?

MA: Marine biologist.YY: According to my elders, at three I said I wanted to be a nun. But all I remember is wanting to advocate for kids since I was seven.

What are three things you can’t live without?

MA: Family, chocolate and wine.YY: My shoe collection, community service activities and music.

Your newsletter has a new look! You can now look forward to monthly updates from the UCLA Luskin Offi ces of Alumni Relations and Career Services. We hope you fi nd the content informative, engaging and fun! Here you can fi nd career resources, tips and tools, what your colleagues are up to, and opportunities for you to be more involved with your departments and the School. Let us know what you think and what you want to see in future editions!

WELCOME TO YOUR NEW ALUMNI NEWSLETTER!

Happiness is not something ready made. It comes from your own actions. -DALAI LAMA

Yadira Younse, Alumni Relations • Michelle Anderson, Career Services

UPDATES FOR UCLA ALUMNI IN PUBLIC POLICY, SOCIAL WELFAREAND URBAN PLANNING

Yadi YounseAlumni Relations

Michelle AndersonCareer Services

INTERNATIONAL CORNER

ANNOUNCING GLOBAL PUBLIC AFFAIRS AT UCLA

In 2013, the UCLA Luskin School of Public Aff airs launched the Global Public Aff airs initiative. This teaching program focuses on the international and cross-border dimensions of public aff airs, and off ers study abroad and internship opportunities for graduate students. Students can earn a certifi cate in Global Public Aff airs, complementing their graduate degrees through one of four interdisciplinary teaching clusters. In our inaugural year, we are pleased to announce that 13 graduating students have received a certifi cate in Global Public Aff airs, and 22 continuing fi rst-year students are currently enrolled in the program. International Practice Pathway fellowship recipients will be interning this summer at:

• Association of Relief Volunteers (Andhra Pradesh, India)• Shanghai Children’s Medical Center (Shanghai, China)• The Planning Authority (Lusaka, Zambia)• Environmental Science for Social Change (Manila, The Phillipines)• Shakti Vahini (Delhi, India)• ActionAid International (Yangon, Myanmar) • SaciWATERs (Hyderabad, India)

You can follow students abroad via their blogs at uclaluskinabroad.wordpress.com. As we increase our global presence and activities, we will organize faculty and dean visits, along with alumni receptions in diff erent regions of the world.

To learn more, please visit global.luskin.ucla.edu.

As alumni of the UCLA Luskin School of Public Aff airs your assessment of our programs is extremely valuable and necessary to our continuous eff orts to improve and excel. The information collected in our survey will be used to evaluate the eff ectiveness of a range of UCLA Luskin programs, gather information on the overall experience of alumni post-graduation, and assess current and new opportunities to better meet your needs. By participating in this survey, you will be entered for a drawing to receive a gift card in the amount of $75 to be distributed on or before September 30, 2014. If you would like a copy of this survey mailed to you, please call the Alumni Relations offi ce at 310-819-0534 or email alumnirelations@luskin.ucla.edu.

WE WANT YOUR FEEDBACK!ACCESS YOUR SURVEY HERE

Public Policy Survey

Urban Planning Survey

Social Welfare Survey

THANK YOU FOR YOUR PARTICIPATION!2

NEW ISSUE OF LUSKIN FORUM MAGAZINE!

THANKS, ALUMNI!

A SPECIAL THANKS TO ALUMNI WHO VOLUNTEERED THEIR TIME WITH RECRUITMENT ACTIVITIES THIS WINTER AND SPRING!

The Luskin Forum is UCLA Luskin’s semi-annual magazine that showcases the School and highlights the many faculty, students and alumni who are making a diff erence.

To read, click on the magazine image.

Madeline Brozen

Colleen Callahan

Jeff Carpenter

Darren Conly

Reuben Duarte

Kevin Finkle

Taylor Fitz-Gibbon

Richard France

Jennifer Huang

Herbie Huff

Becca Kalauskas

Joan Ling

Sirinya Matute

Juan Matute

Henry McCann

Teresa Mitchell

Jeanalee Obergfeel

Barbara Parr

Elsa Rodriguez

Ryan Snyder

Emmanuel Soriano

Auston Sos

Vera de Vera

Andy Yan

NEW ISSUE OF LUSKIN FORUM MAGAZINE!

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WE’RE ON FACEBOOK!

Get in touch with fellow alumni, get real time updates from UCLA Luskin and share with the community what you’ve been up to!

Visit the alumni facebook page at: facebook.com/UCLA.Luskin.Alumni

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The Offi ce of Career Services supports alumni in various career stages, from our recent graduates who are searching for opportunities to alumni seeking a career change, a promotion, and those looking for ways to contribute after retiring from their career.

We encourage alumni to take advantage of resources available and may make individual appointments for career guidance, job search assistance, resume critiques or mock interviews. Summer career advising hours are Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 8:00 am to 4:00 pm or by appointment. Please contact Michelle Anderson, Director of Career Services, at manderson@luskin.ucla.edu to schedule an appointment.

ALUMNI LEADERS ACADEMYAre you interested in helping current graduate students with career development, expanding your network and staying engaged with the School? We are launching the Alumni Leaders Academy in fall 2014 for alumni who are leaders in their fi elds that want to share their expertise and career experiences with second- year UCLA Luskin students. If you wish to participate locally or remotely, please complete the registration form (click here) by July 18th, 2014. Email Yadi Younse at yadi@luskin.ucla.edu for more information.

APPLIED PLANNING RESEARCH PROJECTSubmit a proposal for an Applied Planning Research Project for the Urban Planning capstone requirement. Your organization will benefi t from having a committed, disciplined team of student researchers who collaborate on a topic of relevance to your organization at no cost!

If you would like to submit a proposal, please email a description of the project, including the proposed research question and the scope of services, to Michelle Anderson at manderson@luskin.ucla.edu no later than August 15, 2014. For additional information, please visit the Career Services page to view a sample proposal, samples of two completed student projects and the complete list of past projects.

CAREER RESOURCES

GET INVOLVED

EVEN MORE OPPORTUNITIES

DON’T FORGET CAREERVIEW!

Are you a job seeker or an employer wishing to fi ll a job vacancy? Access CareerView by registering for a new account.

As a job seeker you have access to over 200 job postings with opportunities specifi c to the fi elds of Urban Planning, Public Policy and Social Welfare. CareerView users can also access positions that have been posted at over 700 other career centers in the U.S.

As an employer, you can post jobs directly on CareerView or send them to Michelle Anderson at manderson@luskin.ucla.edu.

Intersted in more activities and volunteer opportunities?

CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP!

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PROFESSIONAL ADVANCEMENTAssociations off er an array of continuing education opportunities that can lead to career advancement. As a member, you will develop professional relationships with others in your industry or cause and broaden your leadership skills by serving on committees and taskforces, writing articles for newsletters, becoming a regional representative, and serving on the board of directors.

Associations often provide their members with online job listings. This is a great way to fi nd targeted job postings in your specifi c fi eld. Additionally, many associations have career resources such as eff ective resume or cover letter tips, job searching strategies, and negotiating techniques. Some associations even have panels of experts who you can contact for specifi c questions on career issues. Other member benefi ts include information about seminars, training or certifi cation classes, and webinars. By listing your association membership on your resume, you are demonstrating that you are connected in your profession and well-versed on resources and contacts in the fi eld.

NETWORKINGProfessional associations off er a multitude of networking opportunities that allow members to build and nurture relationships. You can share ideas, ask for advice, volunteer to be a speaker or become a member of a committee. Since most associations have national or local conferences, you can participate and have the opportunity to learn about breaking news in your career, learn “best practices” or new ideas, hear about key achievers in your fi eld, and also meet and network with others who are also looking to exchange and learn new information.

Another benefi t of enhancing your network is that you may fi nd a mentor to help you with your professional needs or you may be in a position to become a mentor to someone else. Participating in forums, chat groups or discussion boards sponsored by the association is also a great way to grow your network and distinguish yourself.

SKILLS DEVELOPMENTMost associations provide access to resources such as case studies, articles and books written by experts in your fi eld. As a member you will also have access to major journals, magazines and newsletters. Additionally, associations provide a source for scholarship information, links to publications and awards for those who excel in their fi eld.

In conclusion, whether you are looking to learn about job postings in your fi eld, network in your professional community, gain access to current events, or simply enjoy conversations with like-minded individuals, joining an association is an important step in advancing your career. and enhancing your professional and personal circles.

Here are a few organizations you may be interested in joining: National Association of Social Workers, American Planning Association, and the Association for Public Policy Analysis and Management.

Reference: HigherEdJobs.com

ASSOCIATIONS: PERKS AND BENEFITS

For more resources, visit the Career Services section of luskin.ucla.edu.

JOINING PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS & ORGANIZATIONS AT ANY CAREER STAGE

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EVENTS & OPPORTUNITIES

National Council of La Raza Annual ConferenceLos Angeles, CAJuly 19-22, 2014nclr.org

P3 Connect: Defi ning the Future of P3s in the U.S.Denver, COJuly 28-30, 2014ncppp.org

Institute of Transporation Engineers Annual Meeting and ExhibitSeattle, WashingtonAugust 10-13, 2014ite.org

Urban Land Institute Building the Resilient City ConferenceSan Francisco, CASeptember 4-5, 2014resilientcity.uli.org

UCLA Volunteer DaySeptember 29, 2014UCLA Luskin luskin.ucla.edu

UCLA Luskin Open HouseOctober 2, 2014UCLA Luskin luskin.ucla.edu

NASHP 27th Annual State Health Policy ConferenceAtlanta, GAOctober 6-8, 2014nashpconference.org

NASW-California Annual ConferenceBurbank, CAOctober 24-25, 2014naswca.org

HIGHLIGHT: COMMENCEMENT 2014Congratulations and welcome to the newest members of the UCLA Luskin alumni community!

UCLA Luskin’s alumni community is over 7,000 strong and we look forward to helping you build strong connections with fellow alumni and the School. From community service projects to career development, we hope you stay involved with UCLA Luskin.

Want to relive the special moment? You can view the video by clicking on the image. Commencement 2014 pictures are also available on the UCLA Luskin photo page.

Don’t forget to set up your forwarding address and keep us up to date with your latest achievements. Contact us at alumnirelations@luskin.ucla.edu or stop by our offi ce on the third fl oor.

Congratulations!

UPCOMING EVENTS

ALUMNI HIGHLIGHTS

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Kenna Ackley MPP ‘04, Principal Analyst at Los Angeles

County Chief Executive Offi ce

Kristina Bailey MURP ‘12, Project Designer at Relativity

Architects

Hon. Rusty Bailey MPP ‘99, Appointed

to SCAG (Southern California

Association of Governments)

Board of Directors

Jonathan Beutler MPP ‘09, Founder & Principal at

PACIFIC RIM Global Advisory

India Brookover MURP ‘13, Assistant Regional Planner

at Southern California Association of Governments

Blanca de la Cruz MURP ’03, Program Associate at CHPC

Los Angeles Sustainable Housing Policy

Hector Gutierrez MURP ‘13, Policy Analyst at

Community Health Councils

Therese Hughes MURP ‘99, Presented on “The Military

Woman: WWII to The War on Terror” Project at at the

Annual Red, White and Blue Ball held at The Ronald

Reagan Presidential Library where she was also the

recipient of “Patriotic Service Award”

Giselle Jones MSW ’14, Psychiatric Social Work Intern at

Kaiser Permanente

Nurit Katz MURP ‘08, Recipient of

“Environmentalist of the Year” award

by Faith2Green and Los Angeles City

Council

Lauren Ledbetter (Buckland) MURP ‘05, Senior

Transportation Planner at VTA

Matt O’Keefe MPP ‘10, Director, Marketing

Development and Regulatory Aff airs at Opower

Craig Pulsipher MSW ’14, State Aff airs Specialist at AIDS

Project Los Angeles

Lauren Stockly MSW ‘13, Child and Adolescent Therapist

at West End Family Counseling

Jahara Tinsley MSW ’14, Social Worker at Department of

Children and Family Services

Kristen Torres MURP ‘12, Associate Regional Planner at

Southern California Association of Governments

Meisha Williams MSW ’14, Nephrology Social Worker at

DaVita Inc.

Andrew Yan MURP ‘02, Quoted in the

Economist and New Yorker

Henna Zaidi MPP ‘12, Senior Consultant, Consulting

Division at COPE Health Solutions

Have any updates to share? Send your notes to alumnirelations@luskin.ucla.edu.

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What’s your superpower?

MA: I can fl y! Well maybe not, but I like to travel around the world

with the help of airplanes.

YY: Is grit a superpower? Well, I think so, and it has helped me

persevere and overcome many challenges in my life.

What’s your life motto?

MA: Treat everyone like you want to be treated.

YY: I agree with Michelle, to treat others as you would like to be

treated.

If you could choose anyone, who would you pick as your mentor?

MA: Sheryl Sandberg.

YY: Dalai Lama.

What’s your favorite place on campus?

MA: The Sculpture Garden.

YY: Covel Commons for the awesome food, and the spectacular view

of the campus.

What’s the most important lesson you’ve learned in the last year?

MA: That motherhood is one of the hardest and most rewarding jobs

I’ve ever held.

YY: The right time to do anything is now.

What is the most exotic location you have visited?

MA: Kenya, Africa.

YY: Cambodia’s temples.

What would you be doing if you weren’t at your current job?

MA: Writing articles for a travel or food magazine.

YY: Probably starting up an awesome international service program

– oh, wait I am! Stay tuned…

What do you do when you aren’t working?

MA: Pre-baby: hiking, international travel, Zumba, reading, cooking;

Post-baby: playdates, storytime, and diaper changes.

YY: Volunteering, volunteering, volunteering.

What was the happiest moment of your life?

MA: My wedding day 11 years ago and the day we welcomed our

daughter this past January.

YY: When I received my diploma from UCLA.

If you ruled the world, what would you change on Day 1?

MA: I wouldn’t know where to start, but I’d establish a great team of

advisors.

YY: The world is a big place. I would get in place my advisors and book

my world tour to meet all my constituents right away!

If you won the lottery, what is the fi rst thing you would do?

MA: Put the money in my baby’s college fund. I know…I am too

practical.

YY: I’m practical too. I’d call up a good lawyer and accountant and

determine how to best support my favorite causes.

Any recommendations for the Dean?

MA: Add an omelet bar next to our deluxe coff ee machine.

YY: Telecommuting options. I sometimes daydream of working in the

Sculpture Garden or at Kerkhoff Café.

15 Questions with Michelle Anderson, Career Services, and Yadi Younse, Alumni Relations ...continued

You can contact Michelle Anderson at manderson@luskin.ucla.edu and

Yadira Younse at yadi@luskin.ucla.edu

We would love to include your articles, accomplishments, special projects and announcements. Send your ideas and content to alumnirelations@luskin.ucla.edu.

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